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Hi,
take diet rich in protein like non-veg, eggs (it's loaded with essential nutrients such as proteins, vitamin b12, iron, zinc and omega 6 fatty acids in large amounts and biotin), different pulses & legumes, sprouts, nuts (sp. Walnuts and almonds); iron-rich food like green vegetables, dates, carrots, prunes, green peas; also oats, shrimp, take flaxseeds, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, green tea, soyabean, fruits, salads, etc.
Take low-fat dairy products (they also contain whey and casein, two high-quality protein sources)
take proper 6-9 hrs of sound sleep.
Give up the habit of smoking and excessive alcohol intake.
Avoid junk food and any kind of beverages (tea, coffee, aerated drinks, cold drinks, etc.)
avoid canned/ tinned food or food that contains preservatives (eat fresh ones).
Avoid use of hard water to wash the head rather use boiled water for head wash.
Avoid use of harsh hair colour, hair treatment like rebonding, straightening, perming, etc.
Avoid vigorous exercises or any supplements provided by the gym!
cover your head with scarf or cap while stepping outside.
Use rose wood/ any wooden hair comb to brush your hair.
Regularly massage head and hair with coconut oil, almond oil (depending upon your scalp type) 1 to 3 times a week.
Regular exercising is also one of the important point, but should be done under some good, qualified yoga teacher or instructor for proper guidance; it also releases the stress/ tension in the mind and the body and keeps you fit and young!
medication:
take homoeopathic medicines - schwabe's wiesbaden 200 & alfalfa tonic twice a day for 3 months.
Use schwabe's arnica shampoo and hair growth oil regularly as per the condition of your scalp (minimum 3 times a week).
After shampooing, use bakson's arnica hair conditioner as well after every head wash.
Beside this, you can take one tablet of multivitamin folli hair once daily for 3 months.

Take the following treatment -
1. Take 4 tablespoon of aloevera juice with one tablespoon of honey after dinner.
2. Take 4 tablespoon amla juice + 2 tablespoon honey on an empty stomach in the morning.
3. Take chandraprabhavati 2 tablets twice a day.
4. Avoid junk, bakery & spicy food.
5. Maida is very harmful for body, so avoid it.
6. Have all your meals on time.
7. Drink lots of water
8. Fruits rich in vitamin c and green leafy vegetables help in acne.

In todays times, our lifestyle and diet has changed so drastically that health and beauty concerns are a constant source of worry! skin troubles and hair troubles are a plenty and are a source of embarrassment for women all over the world. Dandruff, hair fall, split ends, receding hair lines etc the list is never ending! the solutions are also increasing in numbers but not in efficacy. We have a number of lotions and creams and god knows what else but it? s like rubbing water onto the leaves of the plant instead of feeding the roots. Pointless! proper diet and nutrition from within can solve any of these problems better than all those creams on the shelf put together. Healthy inside make us beautiful outside! the right food for hair growth is one of the most amazing hair growth tips ever.
Hair growth foods:
1. Green leafy vegetables:
green leafy vegetables are the best food for hair growth. Spinach, lettuce, leafy greens, turnip greens, broccoli, beans and green peppers are rich in nutrients that help and promote hair growth. Regular intake of green leafy vegetables will ensure growth of hair and also strengthens the roots of hair. The green leafy vegetables reduces hair fall very effectively.
2. Other vegetables and fruits:
other vegetables like carrot, sweet potatoes, orange, papaya, banana, onion, garlic and kidney beans are also helps hair growth. They help by making scalp and hair roots strong. This they achieve by ensuring proper blood circulation in the scalp that in turn helps in hair growth. By mixing them in a salad or boiling them and adding them to our diet is definitely one way to control our hair troubles!
3. Sprouts:
sprouts are wonderful for hair growth. The most important and famous sprout is green gram dhal sprout. There are so many sprouts like mung beans, green gram dhal, peas that help in hair growth and stops hair fall.
It is also very easy to prepare! soak green gram dhal in the morning in an air tight box. Then in the afternoon strain the water and close the box, put the box in a dark place. In the morning the sprouts will be ready for you to eat. It will be very effective when taken with the morning meal.
This is a great food for putting an end to hair fall immediately and inducing hair growth. Also eating this sprout regularly will make hair shiny and smooth. It is protein rich and contains so many nutrients.
4. Nuts and dry fruits:
the nuts and dry fruits help so much in hair growth. Almonds, dates, walnuts, fig and prunes are the best. Dates and figs are rich in iron content that helps a lot in hair growth when we eat it regularly. Almonds are rich in nutrients that can make hair strong and shiny.
5. Fish:
good news for fish lovers! fish contains nutrients that will make hair shiny and strong while promoting hair growth. It contains omega 3 fatty acids which help nourish hair very well. Those who don? t want to eat fish or are vegetarians can take sea cod tablets. It is extremely beneficial.
6. Cow's milk:
milk is the major source for calcium and iron, and there an ideal hair growth food. The abundance of these nutrients not only reflects on bones and health but also on our hair. It aids in controlling hair loss and promoting hair growth. A full glass of cow milk needs to be a part of your diet if healthy and shining hair is your aim!
7. Citrus fruit:
we have just established that iron is essential if your looking for healthy hair growth. But will simply consuming iron suffice isn't it necessary for it to be absorbed by our body too vitamin c is an absolute must as a hair growth foods for it absorbs the iron into our body. And this is why vitamin c needs to be a part of your daily diet!
8. Soya bean:
proteins rich for hair growth is a must! if your a vegetarian and are on a hunt for that perfect source of proteins, then your search ends here. This is the best food for hair growth. Soybeans has 40% proteins and a great deal of good fats which are also much needed for hair growth.
9. Beef:
last but not the least and most definitely one of your favorite if you are a meat eater!
this is a great source of iron, zinc and vitamin b which are all wonder nutrients for your hair! add this to your weekly diet and watch your hair steady grow healthy and strong!
10. Shrimp:
have you been avoiding red meat for because of the fat and cholesterol that doesn't mean you need to compromise on your protein intake!
apart from being a very high protein source, shrimp also contains good portions of vitamin b12, iron and zinc. And all three of these vitamins are prevent hair breakage.
Why vitamins
this is one question I am sure we all have! along with which are the most important of the different kinds? there are actually two that are extremely important for hair care and growth. Vitamin b complex, also known as the h vitamin around the world and vitamin c. Vitamin b or biotin improves texture and health of brittle hair while vitamin c prevents premature graying.
11. Water:
this isn't exactly food but then water is a very essential and major portion of our body so it isnt exactly s surprise that it shows up here! hydrated system aids in better hair growth. So if water isn't your thing then add fresh fruit juice to your diet!
there are also a few simple things that you do on the external end to aid the improvement of the internal process of rejuvenation. Use natural hair care products for proper hair care.
You can try any of the following tips
Apply honey to your scalp to deal with frizzy and tangled hair troubles
Mix apple cider vinegar to water. This will give you volume and shine at the same times
use a rinse of lemon water for dry hair.

No dandruff is because of skin disease of the scalp... you need to treat it with proper homeopathic medicines to get rid of it completely...
Start with Kali Sulph 6X (homeopathic) and cochlarea locally on the scalp..

Hello.
We can't change the gray hair turn black, but of course, prevent further greying!
The causes of premature graying of hair are several. Here we have listed out a few common causes.
Heredity is a major reason for hair greying
Excessive use of tobacco and smoking
Chronic emotional stress or psychological worries
Lack of nutrients such as vitamins, iron, copper and iodine in the diet
Medical conditions such as anemia, hypothyroidism, tuberous sclerosis or neurofibromatosis
Home Remedies:
1. Add the curry leaves to the oil and boil it for 6 to 8 minutes, or till the leaves turn black. Remove from flame and let it cool. Strain the oil in a container and massage your scalp and hair with this oil 3 to 4 times per week before going to bed. Wash off with a mild herbal shampoo in the morning.
2. Turn the fenugreek seeds to a smooth powder and keep aside. Heat the oil and add the amla pieces to it, let it boil for 5 to 6 minutes, add the fenugreek powder to the oil, let it boil for another minute and remove from flame. Let it cool and strain the oil, apply on scalp and hair before going to bed. Wash off with a mild herbal shampoo in the morning.
3. Mix onion and lemon juice in a glass bowl and apply on scalp and hair evenly. Leave it on for 30 minutes and wash off with a mild herbal shampoo. Repeat it 4 to 5 times a week for 2 weeks.
Medication:
Take homoeopathic medicine – Schwabe's Acid Phos. 200/ once daily and Weisbaden 200/ twice daily – all of them for 1 month.
And a multivitamin - A to Z/ 1 cap. Daily once for 3 months (as deficiency of zinc, copper and selenium can also cause premature greying).
Use Schwabe's Arnica Shampoo and Hair Growth Oil.
Revert.

1. Put some fresh lemon juice on a cotton ball and rub it directly on the affected skin area.
2. Allow it to dry and then wash it off with plain water.
3. Continue applying this dark spot removal home remedy for at least two weeks to get the desired result.

Hello,
Avoid fast food and oily food. Use at least 1 dish salad in your diet. Along with that use fruits in your diet .Drink small amount of water at small interval .Avoid water an hour after meal. Use tea tree face wash of The Body wash company.

Homoeopathic treatment------------------
b. C.-20 (adel) chew 4 tab 3 times daily------------
a. C.-4 tabs (bakson) anti dandruff oil (wilmar schwabe india) apply atleast twice weekly. Leave overnight--------------------
venome shampoo (biovalley) -----apply twice weekly (if you do not get this shampoo im mkt then 2nd option is anti-dandruff shampoo (wilmar schwabe india)------------------------
bloome -201 soap (bioforce) use on face ----------------------
report me back positively after 15 days----there we will take a review for any changes----------------------------
getting rid of seborrhic dermatitis--------
1. Use less shampoo. If you use too much shampoo, you increase the chances that residue will be left behind. Failure to thoroughly rinse out shampoo of the hair causes scalp irritation and flakiness.
2. Exfoliate your scalp. Getting rid of dry, dead skin cells is just as good for your dry scalp as it is for your face. Mix a tablespoon or two of sugar with your shampoo and gently work it into your scalp with the pads of your fingers. Avoid using your fingernails when lathering up, which can cause nicks or cuts.
3. Avoid extremely hot water. Hot water can dry out the skin and aggravate a dry, flaky scalp. The same is true for heat styling products such as a blow-dryer. Excessive heat can cause the scalp to become irritated and dry.

Hair fall is due to many reasons now a day it is common due to stress and busy life check your haemoglobin level if less then take hamatinic any multinational company
take proper diet (dal vegetables sprouts fruits) and do exercise minimum 15 min if possibles do yoga for 10 min increase water intake minimum 3 to 4 litres per day also take homoeo medicines homoeo medicines are known for to stop hair fall and it actually happens phosphrus 30 (30 no glouble) 2 tds x 2 weeks and reply also comb your hair gently and 2/3 time per day
wash with homoeopathic shampoo (sbl or any company) twice a week preaper oil by mixing arnica montana q 30 ml + any regular hair oil and apply before wash.

Hi,Acne is the most common teenage problem.Acne is a result of a blockage in the follicles or the pores on the skin. It includes whiteheads, pimples, blackheads and rashes, and occurs usually on the face, chest.
Homoeopathy cures acne conditions like blackheads, whiteheads, skin rashes and oily skin very effectively.
*Treatment part for the acne --
1. Take kali brom 30 ch , (wsi) 3 drops daily morning empty stomach.
2. Take Berberis Aquafolium Q 10 drops with water twice a day.* Management part for the acne--
1.drink 10 to 12 glasses of water daily.
2. Eat healthy and balanced diet including whole grain meals , green leafy vegetables and fruits.
3. avoid oily , junk and spicy food.
*Home remedy for acne--
Crush coriander leaves and take out its juice, then mix it with a pinch of turmeric powder , now apply on acne at night.

Dear lybrate user, pimples/ acne vulgaris is a chronic inflammatory skin disease which develops due to blocking of the hair follicles in skin. These blockages occur due to 4 abnormal processes: 1) excess sebum production due to androgens 2) excessive deposition of the protein keratin leading to comedone formation 3) infection of propionibacterium acnes (p. Acnes) bacteria on the hair follicles 4) local release of pro-inflammatory chemicals in the skin. Neither can you stop the overproduction of androgen or keratin protein nor can you stop the release of pro-inflammatory chemicals because all these processes takes place internally in your skin. However you can stop the accumulation of p. Acnes bacteria on your skin by preventing your skin from getting oily. Always keep a handkerchief with you wherever you go outside. You should wipe off the slightest amount of sweat from your face as soon as you perspire on entering your room from outside wash your face with an oil-free, non-moisturizing face wash. Take a low carbohydrate diet. Do some exercise daily. Drink a lots of water to avoid constipation. Avoid pricking the pimples or popping the sebum as it may lead to black pigmentation & permanent scar formation. You can also take homoeopathic calcarea phos 200, 5 drops, thrice daily, in empty stomach also you can apply homoeopathic mother tincture berberis aquifoium q on the dark spots on your skin which are produced after the resolution of the pimples.

Hair loss, now-a-days, is common among males and females of all age groups. We all lose some hair strands everyday, however, some people lose more than normal strands in a day that can cause severe hair loss.
Hair loss is mostly genetic, so if hair loss runs in your family, you are most likely to suffer from hair loss too. Hair loss happens either in clumps, that is overall hair loss, or focussed on any one part of head - especially the crown.
While genetics play a big role, some additional factors can aggravate hair loss - hormonal imbalance, Alopecia areata, stress, thyroid disease, anemia, protein deficiency, chemotherapy, and low vitamin levels may cause hair loss in you.
Start by following a good diet - Eat adequate amount of protein. Your hair is made up mainly of proteins. Eat eggs, cottage cheese, chicken, soya, lentils, whole grains. Vitamin C, Zinc and Vitamin B are other important nutrients for great hair health. So include lot of fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grains in your daily diet. Exercise daily to keep yourself healthy inside out.
Next important step is to follow good hair care - Oiling your hair with a mixture of oils like olive, sesame, coconut and castor oil keeps provides moisture to your hair and prevent them from drying and breakage. Once in a week apply a good hair mask. You can mix and prepare different types of masks using eggs, green tea, olive oil, milk, gooseberry, thyme, chamomile etc. Condition your hair using organic Apple Cider Vinegar, Rosemary tea once in awhile.
A good dermatologist can successfully reduce hair fall by conducting some tests beforehand that includes blood tests, iron level, vitamin B, thyroid function tests and a biopsy of the scalp.
Since some hair loss is temporary, your hair will grow back on its own without medical treatment. More serious hair loss can be treated with creams, oral drugs and surgery.
Dermatologist can give your head a fuller appearance with the help of hair transplants and scalp reductions, which is successful both in males and females.
To determine the best technique for your hair loss issue, consult a good dermatologist.

Hello. You haven't mentioned about the type of eruptions you are having - small/ big, papules/ pustules, itchy/ burning, oozing, reddish/ any other colour? Time of getting worse? Hoe you get relief? etc. Also send a clear photo of the affected area.

Dear Lybrate User,
Pimples/ Acne vulgaris is a chronic inflammatory skin disease which develops due to blocking of the hair follicles in skin. These blockages occur due to 4 abnormal processes: 1) Excess sebum production due to androgens
2) Excessive deposition of the protein keratin leading to comedone formation 3) Infection of Propionibacterium acnes (P. Acnes) bacteria on the hair follicles
4) Local release of pro-inflammatory chemicals in the skin.
In order to stop the formation of pimples the aforesaid four causes should be terminated.
Now the bitter truth is neither can you stop the overproduction of androgen or keratin protein nor can you stop the release of pro-inflammatory chemicals because all these processes takes place internally in your skin.
However you can stop the accumulation of P. Acnes bacteria on your skin by preventing your skin from getting oily.
Always keep a handkerchief with you whenever you go outside. You should wipe off the slightest amount of sweat from your face as soon as you perspire
On entering your room from outside wash your face with an oil-free, non-moisturizing face wash.
Take a low carbohydrate diet. Do some exercise daily. Drink a lots of water to avoid constipation.
Avoid pricking the pimples or popping the sebum as it may lead to black pigmentation & permanent scar formation.
You can also take Homoeopathic CALCAREA PHOS 200, 5 drops, thrice daily, in empty stomach
Also you can apply Homoeopathic Mother Tincture BERBERIS AQUIFOLIUM Q on the dark spots on your skin which are produced after the resolution of the pimples.
Kindly note that this medication may not be sufficient enough to take care of your problem. These medicines are based on the symptoms of your diseased condition & these medicines need to be complemented by further deep-acting remedies in order to permanently eliminate the underlying cause of the disease. So I would suggest you to consult me privately via Lybrate as it is very necessary to diagnose the proper underlying cause of your problem if you are wishing for a permanent relief from your problems. A permanent annihilation of the underlying cause of the disease will not only provide you relief from your troubles but it will also cease any chance of further relapse of that particular disease condition.

Dear lybrate user. I can understand. Masturbation is normal and natural and never unhealthy or cause acne or pimples. You don't have to worry on that aspect. One or two masturbation per month is never excess. You can go to gym and have your own diet. Make sure you don't get anxious about masturbation. Understand the truth. Masturbation is never unhealthy. Take care.

Hi… apply mixture of onion and lemon juice on the scalp, @take 200 ml of fresh buttermilk after meals,
@take 30-40 black currants and 1 tsf of jaggery during meals, @take fresh juice of beet or pomegranate in morning instead of breakfast, @take 20 ml of BHRUNGARAJASAVA and 2 tablets of raktastambhak vati after meals, @use vatajatadi taila and rootz shampoo, do all these things for 30 days…it gives you good result…thanks.

Dear lybrate-user
early greying of hairs is very common among young people now a days. There are various reasons behind this 1- nutritional deficiency specially vitamin -e and biotin
2- over exposure to sun
3- frequent shampooing
4- use of chemical based hair oils
5- mental stress
6- some disease like diabetes which accelerates ageing
7- use of steroid drugs now try to avoid all causative factors mentioned above and even if you are late homoeopathy can give you permanent cure consult a homoeopath.

Hair fall can occur due to many reasons like stress, chemical damage, nutritional deficiency, enviornmental factors etc. We need to access the exact reason to start treatment.
Home remedy. Take 100 ml coconut oil boil 2-4 pcs of amla fruit n 8-10 curry leaves in that oil till fruit n leaves turn black.
Filter and strain. Massage it on scalp with finger tips gently. Wash hair next morning with curd mixed with besan. In ready to use you can start using rishi grow hair oil at bed time & wash with
robin plus herbal shampoo.
Use clean oil if dandruff is the reason as this oil treats it in just two applications along with reducing itching. Internal ayurvedic medicines if required will be provided after studying your bodily constitution as per ayurveda. Do it for two months and your hair fall will reduce to normal.
As it's a very slow process so you can't see results in a week.
Eat more of green leafy vegies and fresh seasonal fruits. Take amla powder or amla murabba/ carrot murabba twice daily.
Use neem wood comb for managing hair and this should be changed regularly.
Reduce your stress by yoga and meditation.
Add some coconut daily in your diet.
Keep water in copper vessel overnight and drink in the morning empty stomach.
Avoid chinese foods and food stuffs packed in plastics. Avoid white flour (maida), excessive salt and spices. Let me know after it and I will advise accordingly.